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Cyber Threats stories - Page 8

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Trustwave outlines 80% rise in ransomware by 2025
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Trustwave's 2025 cybersecurity threat report reveals a staggering 80% rise in ransomware attacks targeting the energy and utilities sector, highlighting urgent security concerns.
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Exclusive: SonicWall’s Yuvraj Pradhan discusses 2025 security innovations
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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SonicWall plans to bolster cybersecurity in 2025 through innovative platforms and global expansion, according to insights from Yuvraj Pradhan.
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BlueVoyant appoints ex-NSA Chief Rob Joyce to its board
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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BlueVoyant has appointed cybersecurity veteran Rob Joyce as an independent director, bolstering its strategic vision amid growing demand for advanced cyber protection.
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Appdome unveils AI-driven defence for mobile threat management
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Appdome has launched Threat Dynamics, an AI-enhanced mobile defence platform aimed at pre-emptive threat management for mobile businesses facing rising fraud.
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Halcyon partners with Distology for UK ransomware fight
Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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Halcyon has expanded its Revolution Partner Program to the UK, teaming up with cybersecurity distributor Distology to bolster ransomware defences.
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Kaspersky enhances SIEM solution with AI & new features
Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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Kaspersky has unveiled major upgrades to its Security Information and Event Management solution, aiming to boost productivity amid escalating cyber threats.
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Email attacks surge in APAC, phishing up by 30% in 2024
Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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New research from Abnormal Security highlights a 26.9% rise in advanced email attacks in the Asia-Pacific, with phishing emerging as the leading threat.
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Entrust launches AI identity tool to tackle USD $112bn fraud
Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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Entrust has launched a new AI-based identity verification service to help businesses tackle rising online fraud, which cost US firms USD $112 billion in 2024.
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CrowdStrike unveils new services to combat insider threats
Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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CrowdStrike unveils its Insider Risk Services, a new strategy to tackle insider threats, amid rising costs of USD $16.2 million for organisations.
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Canadian Space Agency funds groundbreaking QKD satellite test
Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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The Canadian Space Agency has invested CAD $1.4 million in QEYnet to advance quantum key distribution technology, enhancing satellite data security.
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68% fail in urgent vulnerability management: report
Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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A recent Swimlane report reveals that 68% of organisations fail to tackle critical vulnerability within 24 hours, shedding light on severe challenges in cybersecurity management.
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Businesses face rising network security challenges in 2024
Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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Kaspersky's report reveals that 88% of businesses faced cyber attacks last year, highlighting the urgent need for improved network security measures.
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DORA compliance deadline impacts EU financial sector
Sat, 18th Jan 2025
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The deadline for the EU's Digital Operational Resilience Act has arrived, pushing financial institutions to enhance their cybersecurity and compliance practices.
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Cybersecurity predictions 2025: Hype vs. reality
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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As cybersecurity predictions flood in for 2025, analysts warn against sensationalist claims, emphasising the dangers of AI in attacks like Business Email Compromise.
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KnowBe4 study reveals critical role of security awareness
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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A new white paper from KnowBe4 reveals that effective security awareness training can reduce the risk of data breaches by over eight times for organisations.
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Cohesity strengthens security with new advisory additions
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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Cohesity enhances its Security Advisory Council with the appointment of Dave DeWalt and H.R. McMaster, aimed at strengthening global data security amid rising cyber threats.
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Illumio appoints Karl Van den Bergh as Chief Marketing Officer
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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cloud security
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Illumio has appointed Karl Van den Bergh as Chief Marketing Officer, aiming to enhance global marketing efforts for its breach containment solutions.
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SentinelOne expands Purple AI with diverse data & language
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
SentinelOne has announced an update for its Purple AI security analyst, enabling integration with third-party solutions like Zscaler and Microsoft Office 365.
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Trellix revamps partner program for cybersecurity growth
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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Cybersecurity firm Trellix has revamped its Xtend Partner Program to enhance growth and profitability, introducing new training resources and support for partners.
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BlackFog & Carahsoft partner for AI ransomware defence
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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BlackFog and Carahsoft have teamed up to deliver AI-driven ransomware protection to government agencies, enhancing cybersecurity for the public sector.